2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 725 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2012 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
